I'm with the Crank on this one. I think Pac Bell Park -- being a massive pitcher's park -- has disguised Moss' weak peripherals to some extent, but unless he shows better control, that ERA is going to rise fast.

However, Russ Ortiz was not that good of a pitcher either, so this may be a case of teams exchanging promising but mediocre pitchers. Except Moss is younger and cheaper and has suffered less abuse of his arm.

I agree that the low strikeout/walk ratio is a cause for concern as is the high number of walks. However, Moss is young, doesn't give up many hits and is backed by a very solid team. He may correct his control problems.

It will be interesting whether he turns out to be another Jack Armstrong but, if not, I will keep a hat handy for the Crank.